Al Jazeera
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3 Nov 2026
🇫🇮 What is said about Finland
Finland said it would refuse to play Russia at the 2027 Ice Hockey World Championship because of the war in Ukraine, announcing its decision a day before Denmark, Norway and Sweden. The article also shows Finland’s players celebrating their 2026 gold medal.
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Denmark, Norway and Sweden join Finland in refusing to face Russia in the 2027 World Championships in Germany next May. Denmark, Norway and Sweden say they would refuse to play against Russia in the ice hockey world championships next year because of its war in Ukraine, a day after neighbouring Finland said it would also refuse. Finland players celebrate with the trophy after winning gold in 2026.
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